Did you know?
Lung cancer is the most common cancer worldwide, accounting for 2.1 million new cases and 1.8 million deaths in a single year.* However, if found early, lung cancer can be treated.
November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month. A low-dose CT scan only takes a few minutes. Speak to your doctor to find out if lung cancer screening is right for you.
VA Lung Precision Oncology Program (LPOP)
*American Lung Association.
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Early detection, by low-dose CT screening, can decrease lung cancer mortality by up to 20 percent among high-risk populations
November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month. A low-dose CT scan only takes a few minutes. Speak to your doctor to find out if lung cancer screening is right for you.
VA Lung Precision Oncology Program (LPOP)
*American Lung Association.
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There are new guidelines regarding screening and about 8 million Americans qualify as high risk for lung cancer and are recommended to receive annual screening with low-dose CT scans
November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month. A low-dose CT scan only takes a few minutes. Speak to your doctor to find out if lung cancer screening is right for you.
VA Lung Precision Oncology Program (LPOP)
*American Lung Association.
Did you know?
An estimated 900,000 veterans are at risk for lung cancer due to age, smoking, and environmental exposures during and after military service.
November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month. A low-dose CT scan only takes a few minutes. Speak to your doctor to find out if lung cancer screening is right for you.
VA Lung Precision Oncology Program (LPOP)
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In the United States, cigarette smoking is linked to about 80% to 90% of lung cancer deaths. The VA has programs that can help with smoking cessation.
November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month. A low-dose CT scan only takes a few minutes. Speak to your doctor to find out if lung cancer screening is right for you.
VA Lung Precision Oncology Program (LPOP)
